Marlowe Road is in London and in Waltham Forest district. E17 3HH is located in the Wood Street electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Walthamstow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Marlowe Road, London, E17 3HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: E17 3HQ, E17 3EY, E17 3JG, E17 3JQ, E17 3HG, E17 3HD, E17 3EU, E17 3HA, E17 9RS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding E17 3HH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.4% | 47.6% | 2.2% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 54.6% | 52.4% | -2.2% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around E17 3HH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 50.8% | 47.7% | -3.1% | 37.9% | 9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.8% | 35.6% | -0.2% | 44.2% | -8.6% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 1.3% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 9.4% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 6% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 55.9% | 61.5% | 5.6% | 48.4% | 13.1% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 30.2% | 0.5% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 5.7% | -5.7% | 12.7% | -7.0% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 2.6% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 56.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.3% | 10.9% | -11.4% | 18.2% | -7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 7.5% | -8.6% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.4% | 7.5% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 10.2% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -6.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.6% | 56.5% | 25.9% | 33.8% | 22.7% |
| Other | 13.5% | 4.1% | -9.4% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 58.2% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 2.6% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -0.5% |
| Pakistani | 8.7% | 6.9% | -1.8% | 2.7% | 4.2% |
| Other Asian | 5.2% | 4.8% | -0.4% | 1.6% | 3.2% |
| Black African | 10.9% | 3.2% | -7.7% | 2.5% | 0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 9.2% | 5.8% | -3.4% | 1.0% | 4.8% |
| Other Black | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.1% | 0.5% | -2.6% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.3% | 3.2% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 51.5% | 58.2% | 6.7% | 81.4% | -23.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 0.6% | 3.1% |
| Other | 4.4% | 5.8% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 4.2% |
In this area, 61.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 55.5% | 61.8% | 6.3% | 83.2% | -21.4% |
| European Union | 11.8% | 15.7% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 9.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 3.7% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 2.9% |
| Africa | 7.9% | 4.7% | -3.2% | 2.7% | 2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 18.8% | 7.3% | -11.5% | 5.6% | 1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.5% | 6.3% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 5.0% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 54.1% | 62.1% | 8.0% | 83.2% | -21.1% |
| 10+ Years | 3.1% | 16.8% | 13.7% | 9.8% | 7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.6% | 11.6% | 5.0% | 2.9% | 8.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 11.8% | 7.4% | -4.4% | 2.2% | 5.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 24.5% | 2.1% | -22.4% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.4% | 76.7% | -5.3% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Poland | 5.2% | 1.3% | 3.9% |
| Romania | 4.7% | 0.9% | 3.8% |
| Other EU countries | 4.2% | 1.5% | 2.7% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 3.1% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 4.2% | 13.5% | -9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.7% | 37.2% | 2.5% |
| Christian | 37.6% | 46.2% | -8.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 13.8% | 6.5% | 7.3% |
| Sikh | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marlowe Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Hoe Street average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 362 Marlowe Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2019-04-18 | £392,622 |
| 366 Marlowe Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2015-12-14 | £239,759 |
| 370 Marlowe Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2012-01-13 | £217,530 |
| 362 Marlowe Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2007-12-07 | £275,324 |
| 366 Marlowe Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2006-09-22 | £265,990 |
E17 3HH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
E17 3HH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Retired | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church Hill Nursery School Woodbury Road , Walthamstow E17 9SB | 4out of 4 | 628 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Low Hall Nursery School Low Hall Lane , Walthamstow E17 8BE | 4out of 4 | 2,106 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acacia Nursery Cecil Road , Leytonstone E11 3HF | 4out of 4 | 3,633 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| College Gardens Nursery 82 Peel Close , Chingford E4 6XQ | - not rated | 4,644 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ronald Openshaw Nursery School Henniker Road , Stratford E15 1JP | 4out of 4 | 4,706 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Junior School Shernhall Street , E17 3EA | - not rated | 230 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St George's Catholic Primary School Shernhall Street , Walthamstow E17 3EA | 3out of 4 | 295 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Junior School Wood Street , Walthamstow E17 3JX | - not rated | 348 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Nursery and Infant School Wood Street , E17 3JX | - not rated | 348 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Woodside Primary Academy Wood Street , E17 3JX | 4out of 4 | 520 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Family Catholic School 1 Shernhall Street , Walthamstow E17 3EA | 3out of 4 | 274 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warwick School for Boys Barrett Road , Walthamstow E17 3ND | - not rated | 444 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Walthamstow School for Girls Church Hill , Walthamstow E17 9RZ | 4out of 4 | 583 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Frederick Bremer School Siddeley Road , Walthamstow E17 4EY | 3out of 4 | 903 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leytonstone School Colworth Road , Leytonstone E11 1JD | 3out of 4 | 1,755 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waltham Forest College Forest Road , Walthamstow E17 4JB | - not rated | 528 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir George Monoux College Chingford Road , Walthamstow E17 5AA | - not rated | 1,108 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leyton Sixth Form College Essex Road , Leyton E10 6EQ | - not rated | 1,410 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Big Creative Academy 38, Clifton Avenue , Walthamstow E17 6HL | - not rated | 2,364 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The College of Haringey, Enfield and North East London Tottenham Centre , High Road N15 4RU | - not rated | 4,937 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Mitchell School Farmer Road , Leyton E10 5DN | 3out of 4 | 2,394 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Mitchell School Farmer Road , Leyton E10 5DN | - not rated | 2,394 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Buxton School 234 Cann Hall Road , Leytonstone E11 3NN | 3out of 4 | 4,031 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Tottenham Ashley Road , Tottenham N17 9LN | 4out of 4 | 4,043 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Chobham 40 Cheering Lane , E20 1BD | - not rated | 4,697 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Preparatory School 89 Vallentin Road , E17 3JJ | - not rated | 203 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitefield Schools and Centre Macdonald Road , Walthamstow E17 4AZ | - not rated | 942 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitefield School Macdonald Road , Walthamstow E17 4AZ | 3out of 4 | 942 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| 21st Century Academy 107 Chingford Road , Walthamstow E17 4PN | - not rated | 1,080 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Academy De London 1st, 2nd & 3rd Floors , 294-298 Hoe Street E17 9QD | - not rated | 1,101 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus Bloom Cafe | 47 Shernhall Street | 66 yd | |
| Forest Tandoori/Mughals | 102 Wood Street | 212 yd | |
| Clandestino | 2 Georgian Village, 100 Wood Street | 212 yd | |
| Cove17 | 106 Wood Street | 226 yd | |
| Gvsecretgarden | 10 Georgian Village, 100 Wood Street | 228 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dukes Head | 112 Wood Street | 212 yd | |
| The Flower Pot | The Flower Pot Public House, 126-128 Wood Street | 212 yd | |
| Luke’s Cider Tap | 3 Georgian Village, 100 Wood Street | 237 yd | |
| Walthamstow Conservative Club | 76 Church Lane | 338 yd | |
| Mother’s Ruin | Unit 18, Ravenswood Industrial Estate, Shernhall Street | 441 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus Fusion | 23 Shernhall Street | 66 yd | |
| Wraps&Wings/Eggsquisite/Wicked | 23 Shernhall Street | 66 yd | |
| The Brothers Fish Bar | 122 Wood Street | 212 yd | |
| Anton’s Art Atelier | Unit 23 & 24 Antique City, 98-100a Wood Street | 242 yd | |
| The Coven of Wiches | Unit M38, 98-100a Wood Street | 242 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 12-20 Wood Street | 423 yd | |
| Tesco | 617b Forest Road | 759 yd | |
| Tesco at Esso Filling Station | 727a Lea Bridge Road | 972 yd | |
| Nisa - Hoe Street Supermarket & Post Office | 242 Hoe Street | 1,030 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 5 Selborne Road | 1,062 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Family Catholic School (Wiseman House Site) WISEMAN HOUSE SITE WISEMAN HOUSE SITE SHERNHALL STREET | 189 yd | |
| St Gabriels Church And Family Centre ST GABRIELS CHURCH & FAMILY CENTRE ST GABRIELS CHURCH & FAMILY CENTRE HAVANT ROAD | 273 yd | |
| Holy Family Catholic School (Walthamstow House Site) SHERNHALL STREET | 282 yd | |
| Warwick School For Boys (Closed) Barrett Road | 441 yd | |
| Ymca Walthamstow (East London) FOREST ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 462 yd |
| Pure Muscles Gym (Waltham Forest) 247-251 247-251 Wood Street | health and fitness suite | 546 yd |
| Walthamstow School For Girls Church Hill | 548 yd | |
| The Community Pool At Waltham Forest College WALTHAM FOREST COLLEGE WALTHAM FOREST COLLEGE FOREST ROAD | swimming pool | 561 yd |
| Walthamstow Cricket Lawn Tennis And Squash Club 48A 48A GREENWAY AVENUE | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 613 yd |
| Peterhouse Centre PETERHOUSE PETERHOUSE FOREST RISE | 876 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.8% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.